Hanoi Backpacker Quarter Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Hanoi Backpacker Quarter
Popular places to visit
Bach Ma Temple
Bach Ma Temple is just one of the places to see in Hanoi, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this culturally rich area's lakeside or experience its fascinating museums.
Hoan Kiem Lake
Wander around the banks of this peaceful lake and discover an historic temple, observe locals going about their daily life or enjoy a picnic lunch under the shade.
Hanoi Old Town Night Market
During your trip to Hanoi, you can do some window-shopping at Hanoi Old Town Night Market. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this culturally rich area.
West Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at West Lake during your travels in Hanoi. Amble around this culturally rich area's lakeside or seek out the local tours.
St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi
Hanoi’s Roman Catholic Cathedral.
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
Pay your respects to the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam’s revolutionary leader.
Activities
City Sightseeing Hanoi Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Full-Day Heart of Hanoi Highlights Tour
Vietnam Day Trips All-Inclusive, Bus, Guide, Meals & Activities
Hanoi: Ninh Binh, Bai Dinh/Hoa Lu, Trang An, & Mua Cave Tour
Hanoi City Half Day Private Tour: Hidden Corners & Train Street
Thang Long Water Puppet Theater Tickets
Our pick of the best Hanoi Backpacker Quarter Hotel Deals
Viet Premium Hotel by Lake View Hospitality
Staff amazing. Rooms very clean. I was on the 4th floor and heard nothing coming from outside. Which made my 10 stay very comfortable
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi
Nice place that is close to everything
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
Great hotel
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Hanoi Splendid Premium Hotel
Staff was wonderful and the property was in a great location. Gym could stand to be updated and additions made but overall we really enjoyed our time
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Hanoi Indochine Premium Hotel
The hotel description is misleading. There is NO onsite breakfast facilities. Breakfast is down the road, outside the hotel!! When we arrived, the only lift in the hotel was "out of service". This is definitely NOT a 4* hotel. It is more like a 1* hotel. This hotel does NOT come with the concierge, ...
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
HOTEL du LAC SIGNATURE
Rooms are clean, right at the centre of city. The staffs are very friendly and services are excellent, the breakfast buffet is excellent, good foods and the dinning area is neat and clean. Gym is poor not enough equipments. Overall is 9/10.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Hanoi Backpacker Quarter
Hang Bac
While visiting Hang Bac, you might make a stop by sights like Hoan Kiem Lake and The Old Quarter Gallery.
Hang Dao
While visiting Hang Dao, you might make a stop by sights like Hanoi Old Town Night Market and Hoan Kiem Lake Weekend Walking Street.
Old Quarter
Old Quarter is beloved for its panoramic lake views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Hoan Kiem Lake and Hang Gai Street.
Hàng Bồ
While there might not be top attractions in Hàng Bồ, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hoan Kiem Lake and Hanoi Old Town Night Market.
Hang Trong
If you're spending some time in Hang Trong, Hoan Kiem Lake and Hang Gai Street are top sights worth seeing.
Hoan Kiem
Panoramic lake views interesting history and top sights from Hoan Kiem Lake to Trang Tien Plaza – discover Hoan Kiem, a destination also famous for its shopping.
